Manager, Accounting Advisory - Construction Industry Clients

Overview

This position is with the organization’s Accounting Advisory practice and involves providing controller-level advisory services and leading key client engagements with a focus on construction accounting expertise.

You will serve as the primary point of contact for construction clients, delivering accurate financial reporting, reviewing work-in-progress (WIP) schedules, and offering strategic guidance to improve processes, internal controls, and operational efficiency. The role includes partnering with client accounting teams and CFOs and taking a solutions-focused approach to support stronger financial performance.

This role can be worked remotely from anywhere in the US.

Responsibilities

• Review financial reporting packages and work papers for quality, completeness, and timely delivery.
• Prepare and analyze benchmarking data and key performance indicators to support client insights.
• Present completed reporting packages and findings to clients as directed.
• Assist in preparing budgets, forecasts, and cash flow models in alignment with client engagement terms.
• Provide technical accounting support to clients and their teams on complex issues.
• Identify operational inefficiencies through client discovery sessions and recommend actionable improvements.
• Lead and coordinate the efforts of US and offshore engagement team members to ensure high-quality deliverables, efficient workflow management, and a consistent client experience.
• Lead and coach staff and senior accountants, providing guidance on accounting and financial reporting matters.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business.
• 4–6 years of experience in public or private accounting.
• 3+ years managing associates and/or teams.
• Working knowledge of job costing, WIP schedules, retainage, and change orders.
• Understanding of project-based cash flow dynamics, including timing differences between billing, collections, and costs.
• Comfort partnering with owners, project managers, and external advisors in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Exposure to multi-state operations, sales/use tax, and contractor-specific compliance considerations.
• Proficiency in financial reporting and analysis.
• Strong planning, prioritization, and organizational skills.
• Strong project management and relationship-building skills, with a client-first mindset.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to travel up to 10%.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certification (e.g., CPA, CMA).
• Preferred proficiency in industry accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks Online, Foundation, Procore) and demonstrated ability to embrace new technologies.
• Demonstrated ability to influence others, promote constructive change, and develop team members.

Compensation & Benefits

Benefits highlights include:

• 8 health plan options (HMO & PPO)
• Dental and vision coverage
• Opportunity to enroll in HSA with potential firm contribution
• Employee Assistance Program
• Firm-sponsored basic life and short and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) savings plan & profit share, including firm matching contribution
• Well-being incentive
• Education & certification assistance
• Flexible time off
• Family care leave and parental leave
• Family formation benefits
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Travel rewards

Voluntary benefits include:

• Critical illness & accident insurance
• Hospital indemnity insurance
• Legal
• Long-term care
• Pet insurance
• ID theft protection
• Supplemental life/AD&D

Eligibility for benefits programs depends on annual hours expectation, position status/level, and location.

Location

• Remote work from anywhere in the US.

Equal Opportunity

The organization is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Reasonable accommodations are available for people with disabilities; request accommodation support for completing an application, interview, or participating in the recruiting process.